Medical Laboratory Scientist Salary Guide
Average Medical Laboratory Scientist Salary
$40.19/hour
The average salary for a Medical Laboratory Scientist is $40.19 per hour. This is 14% lower than the practicing US average of $45.78.
Last updated on September 24, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Salaries for Medical Laboratory Scientist compared to Allied Health Professional National Averages
$40.19/hour
14% lower than the practicing US average.
$45.78/hour
United States
Where do Medical Laboratory Scientists get paid the most?
Colorado pays Medical Laboratory Scientists the most, averaging $54 per hour, followed by Florida ($31). Colorado also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $81. For comparison, the national average for Medical Laboratory Scientists is $40 per hour — Colorado pays 34% more.
| State | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | $54 | $81 |
| Florida | $31 | $49 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Medical Laboratory Scientist jobs?
UCHealth (Colorado) pays Medical Laboratory Scientists the most, averaging $43 per hour, followed by Patterns Hiring - Perm ($40) and Cook Children’s Health Care System ($39). UCHealth (Colorado) also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $45. For comparison, the national average for Medical Laboratory Scientists is $40 per hour — UCHealth (Colorado) pays 7% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| UCHealth (Colorado) | $43 | $45 |
| Patterns Hiring - Perm | $40 | $40 |
| Cook Children’s Health Care System | $39 | $39 |
| Tenet Massachusetts | $38 | $38 |
| BJC HealthCare | $38 | $38 |
| Detroit Medical Center | $36 | $36 |
| Tenet-AZ Region | $33 | $34 |
| Baptist Health System - San Antonio TX | $32 | $32 |
| Tenet Memphis | $29 | $34 |
| Tampa General Hospital | $29 | $31 |
Last updated on September 24, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
Medical Laboratory Scientist Career Guide
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Clinical Laboratory Scientist
- Medical Solutions Direct Hire
- White Plains, NY
- 3x12 hrs, Days
$43-64/hour
Lead - Medical Lab Scientist
- Poudre Valley Hospital
- Fort Collins, CO
- Days
$36-54/hour
Lead - Medical Lab Scientist
- UCHealth UCHlth Leprino Building AMC
- Aurora, CO
- Evenings
$36-54/hour
Clinical Laboratory Scientist
- Patterns Hiring - Perm
- Sitka, AK
- 5x8 hrs
- Relocation Bonus
$33-54/hour
Medical Laboratory Technologist - Lab Technical Coordinator
- Christian Hospital
- Florissant, MO
$32-54/hour
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Medical Laboratory Scientist FAQs
What professional certifications can potentially increase my salary as a Medical Laboratory Scientist?
Medical laboratory scientist can specialize in several fields, so numerous certifications may potentially increase your salary or qualify you for roles with greater responsibilities and better wages. The American Society for Clinical Pathology offers numerous professional certificates by specialty, including:
Where can I learn more about working as a Medical Laboratory Scientist?
Take a look at Vivian's Medical Laboratory Scientist Career Guide for more information, including required education, responsibilities, pros and cons and more.